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4.2.6 uses and dangers of radiation 2
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Total cards: 3•Content version: v4•Public deck•Updated: 8/1/2026
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#1
Front (Question)
peer review
Back (Answer)
is when scientists share their work and research with other scientists, to see if they had the same result
#2
Front (Question)
explain how can ionising radiation can damage cells
Back (Answer)
they can cause mutation that can lead to cancer and possibly organ failure. Because of this, we should follow safety precaution to reduce our exposure to radioactive materials.
#3
Front (Question)
radiation penetrating powers
Back (Answer)
1) alpha is the most dangerous form of radiation inside the body. it can not penetrate the skin and so stays inside the body. 2) beta is not very harmful as it can pass out of the body. 3) gamma is the least harmful radiation. it is the most penetrative and so it will easily pass out of the body